Come and See (1985)

Name: Come and See
Genre: Drama, War, Horror, History
Released: 1985-10-17
Duration: 142 min
Cast: Aleksei Kravchenko, Olga Mironova, Liubomiras Laucevičius, Vladas Bagdonas, Jüri Lumiste

"The cruelest side of war."

Movie · 1985 · 2h 22m · Released · Rated NR · Drama, War, Horror, History

BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a deeply intense and haunting war drama, Come and See is a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Set during the invasion of a Belarusian village, it follows young Florya as he joins Resistance fighters and faces the brutal realities of war, blending history with a sense of horror that feels raw and unfiltered. The story is both heartbreaking and powerful, especially as Florya’s journey turns into a nightmarish struggle between despair and hope. It’s not an easy watch, but for anyone who appreciates films like Schindler’s List or Platoon, this one offers a unique, immersive experience that captures the chaos and tragedy of war in a way that feels very personal and real. The performances, especially by Aleksei Kravchenko, bring a haunting authenticity that makes the story all the more gripping.

Synopsis

The invasion of a village in Belarus by German forces sends young Flyora into the forest to join the weary Resistance fighters, against his family's wishes. There he meets a girl, Glasha, who accompanies him back to his village. On returning home, Flyora finds his family and fellow peasants massacred. His continued survival amidst the brutal debris of war becomes increasingly nightmarish, a battle between despair and hope.